Steering Column: Removal

All vehicles 

1. Fully extend the steering column for access.
2. Remove the steering wheel. See STEERING WHEEL .
3. Remove the drivers side register trim panel. Refer to Driver Side Register Trim Panel .
4. Remove the driver side closing trim panel.
   • Release the clip.
   • Remove the 2 screws.
   • Disconnect the electrical connector.
5. Remove the instrument panel access panel.
   • Release the 2 clips.
6. Remove the steering column upper shroud.
   • Release the 6 clips.
7. Remove the steering column lower shroud.
   • Remove the 3 Torx screws.
   • Disconnect the electrical connector.
8. Remove the steering column side trim panel.
   • Release the 4 clips.
   • Disconnect 2 tabs.
9. Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors from the steering column multifunction switches.
10. Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors from the clockspring.
11. Remove the steering column switch assembly.
    • Remove the 4 Torx bolts.
12. Remove the steering column gaiter panel.
    • Remove the 2 Torx screws.
    • Release the 2 clips.
13. Disconnect the smart key antenna.
14. Disconnect the steering column lock electrical connector.
15. Disconnect the steering angle sensor electrical connector.

    Vehicles with electric steering column 

16. Disconnect the steering column adjustment motor electrical connector.
17. Disconnect the steering column intermediate shaft from the steering column.
    • Note the fitted position.
    • Remove the special bolt and discard the nut.
WARNING: Take care if releasing the adjustment lever when the column has been removed from the vehicle. The spring is under a high tension, and if released, could cause personal injury. Make sure fingers are clear from any areas, likely to be trapped.
CAUTION: If the steering angle sensor is damaged upon removal of the steering column, the sensor MUST be replaced.
18. With assistance, remove the steering column.
    • Remove the 4 Torx bolts.
19. Remove the steering angle sensor.
    • Remove the 3 Torx screws.